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SAVE Trust empowers underprivileged women from slums and rural areas with free training in computer and life skills. Supported by Tzedek, UK (2015–2018), and The Bernard Morris Charitable Trust (since 2018), the program has trained 279 women in MS Office, Tally, GST, and workplace skills like resume writing and interviews. Of these, 236 have secured jobs in IT, education, private firms, and corporate offices. Certificate ceremonies celebrate their achievements, with dignitaries acknowledging SAVE Trust’s role in offering accessible vocational education.
In collaboration with Don Bosco Vazhikaatti, the program also provides career support through placements, references, and job fairs—helping women become self-reliant and ambitious.
Launched in August 2014, SAVE Trust’s After-School Tuition Program supports disadvantaged children in North Chennai’s urban slums and rural villages. Initially backed by UK-based organizations and donors, it has been funded by Mr. Simon and Mrs. Alison of The Bernard Morris Trust since 2018. Over 4,500 children across 25 urban slums and 10 rural villages have benefited so far, with rural support from Castricum Helpt Muttathara (Netherlands) and urban aid from UBERSEEHILFSWERK (Germany). The program strengthens academics especially science, math, and English, while also focusing on value education, hygiene, and social responsibility, nurturing well-rounded and confident young individuals.
Since 2021–2022, SAVE Trust has run Study Centres offering focused academic coaching and career guidance for 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students from low-income families—mainly children of daily wage earners in government schools. Funded by The Wings of Hope, UK (since 2022), the program aims to:
a) Strengthen core subject knowledge (Tamil, English, Science, Math, Commerce).
b) Prevent dropouts through steady academic support.
c) Promote life skills and personal growth.
Over four years, the centres have improved exam performance and reduced dropout rates, helping students pursue higher education and better futures.
Thanksgiving and Dinner Program – June 14, 2025 
SAVE Trust hosted a Thanksgiving and Dinner event at Hotel Beverly to honor 20 students who passed their board exams and to appreciate 12 staff, teachers, community leaders, and volunteers. Students shared heartfelt thanks for the Study Centre’s support, while community members praised Headmaster Mr. S. Senthilkumar for his guidance. The evening ended with a celebratory dinner recognizing the students’ achievements.
Since 2003, SAVE Trust has conducted annual counselling for 10th, 11th, and 12th standard students from low-income families, focusing on study skills, goal setting, and avoiding negative influences. Held from January to March, over 50,000 students from Chennai and surrounding areas have benefited. On May 1, 2025, a Career Guidance event in Kannigapuram featured speakers including professors, engineers, and medical professionals who inspired students to explore various academic and career paths. Students expressed gratitude for the guidance, and SAVE Trust reaffirmed its commitment to ongoing support with help from The Wings of Hope, UK.
Distinguished speakers included:
SAVE Trust has run awareness programs on HIV/AIDS, STIs, and hygiene, targeting slum communities, youth, and Self-Help Groups in Chennai. The team uses folk instruments and street theatre for impactful communication. Since 2018, 15,000+ individuals have been reached. Leprosy awareness efforts include school sessions on early detection and hygiene. Women and youth are trained to fight stigma. HIV/AIDS programs are supported by The Mercury Phoenix Trust (UK), and Leprosy awareness by Basler Leprahilfe (Switzerland).
Since 2017, with support from Greater Chennai Corporation, SAVE Trust operates a shelter within Stanley Hospital for caregivers of inpatients, especially those from rural areas. It offers beds, meals, and safe drinking water. A project coordinator provides emotional support, and over 6,200 people have benefited. A monthly Shelter Monitoring Committee ensures quality service and improvements.
In 2019–2020, SAVE Trust trained 48 underprivileged women in tailoring and life skills in Kannigapuram and Otteri, with support from Air Liquide Foundation (France). Participants received certificates and sewing machines. All 48 women launched home-based tailoring businesses. The program enabled them to support their families with better food, health care, and education.
SAVE Trust conducted 12 COVID-19 relief drives with support from The Bernard Morris Charitable Trust, Wings of Hope, Air Liquide Foundation, and The Pollination Project. Essential items such as rice, dhal, oil, masks, soaps, and sanitizers were distributed across multiple slum areas in Chennai. Over 2,500 affected families—including students, tailoring and computer trainees, and outreach workers—received timely support. These efforts helped address both health and hunger during the crisis.
In partnership with GCC, SAVE Trust implemented a COVID-19 awareness campaign in 50 slum communities (Zone 6) from May to September 2020. A 60-member outreach team conducted door-to-door education on safety practices and referred symptomatic individuals to local health camps. Awareness was further strengthened through street plays, posters, and IEC materials. SAVE Trust also facilitated medical camps and COVID testing, earning a Best Performance Award from GCC for its public health contribution.
During the heavy floods in November 2021, SAVE Trust provided emergency relief to 212 families in Chennai slums, including HIV-positive individuals and sanitation workers. Kits included food and hygiene essentials. In 2024, Global Compassion also funded educational supplies for 120 children affected by monsoon-related disruptions. Their continued support has provided much-needed relief during natural disasters.
Cyclone Michaung caused severe flooding in Chennai in December 2023. SAVE Trust, with support from CHM, Netherlands, provided emergency kits to 200 vulnerable families. Supplies included rice, dhal, oil, sanitary napkins, biscuits, and soaps. This timely support was crucial for families in hard-hit areas like Kannigapuram and M.M. Garden. Beneficiaries expressed heartfelt thanks for the aid received during the crisis
From August to November 2022, 150 slum children at SAVE Trust’s tuition centres in Vyasarpadi received nutritious meals five days a week, thanks to SMILE Foundation. Grains like black chickpeas and green grams were served. Children brought their own utensils to reduce plastic use, and meals were distributed hygienically. Health and hygiene sessions, yoga, and games were also organized to promote holistic well-being.
SAVE Trust offers structured internships to students from institutions like MSSW, Loyola, Stella Maris, and SRM University. Interns are placed in slum communities across Chennai and gain hands-on experience in tuition centres, surveys, casework, career counselling, and community events.
Guided by field supervisors, the internship helps students bridge theory with practice. Their work contributes meaningfully to SAVE Trust’s programs while developing their professional and interpersonal skills.
Under the guidance of field supervisors, interns engage in a range of community-based activities, including:
